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Apple Watch comes with new updates: App Store, menstrual cycle tracking, and more

Apple is trying to make your life easier!

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Apple is now making lives easier as they unveiled the new watchOS 6 in WWDC 2019, bringing the App Store with promising apps, new watch faces, and expanded features.

App Store without your iPhone

With watchOS 6, you can use the App Store to browse, download, and install apps directly on your watch, without the need to download a paired app on your iPhone.

Additional updates are coming as well, such as the Apple Books for your audiobooks, Voice Memos, and the Calculator app, which has a unique feature allowing you to split bills and calculate how much tip you’ll give.

Better watch faces incoming

Apple introduced what they call “simply beautiful and richly detailed” watch faces. There’s a modular compact, a gradient watch face, an oversized numerical watch face available in multiple languages, a modern digital watch face in multiple colors, a California dial watch face, and Solar Dial.

Cycle Tracking and Dose

Over the years, the Apple Watch has introduced health- and fitness-related features which made the wearable a valuable piece that can even save lives. In 2019, two more health-focused apps are coming: Cycle Tracking, a menstrual tracking and women’s health monitoring app, and Dose, a pill reminder app.

Expanding more features

Activity Trends, a new feature for the Apple Watch, is here to show your fitness data to give you a picture of your daily activity and to compare how you’re doing for the past 90 days. It’s smart enough to give you advice on what to do if your performance is going down. Talk about having a coach through your wrist!

For those concerned about their hearing, the Noise app can measure the noise level in your area and notify you through your watch if the decibel level reaches 90, which begins to impact hearing according to the World Health Organization.

Fast forward to fall

Apple’s watchOS 6 will be available starting this fall in select iPhones running iOS 13 or later and up until the Apple Watch Series 1, but it won’t make its way to the original Apple Watch.

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GameSir has a special G7 Pro WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers Edition

Inspired by Wuchang’s Draconic Resurgence costume

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GameSir has officially launched a special edition G7 Pro WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers Edition controller.

This high-performance multi-platform controller works with Xbox, PC, and Android, and features a striking new design that ties in with 505 Games’ latest title.

The controller is now available on the GameSir website for US$ 99.99 / £ 109.99 / PhP 5,900. It will be available on Amazon as well by October.

The G7 Pro WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers Edition is inspired by Wuchang’s Draconic Resurgence costume.

It has a distinct blue green appearance, with both sides draped in golden dragon scales that have been enhanced with layered UV resin textures.

The smart charging station features the Soulslike title’s logo, while the A, Y, X, and B buttons also have the game’s font.

Beyond aesthetics, the controller retains key features from the original G7 Pro. It features tri-mode connectivity so users can connect via 2.4GHz wireless, wired, or Bluetooth. It also supports one-press wake-up for Xbox consoles.

At the core of the controller’s precision is GameSir Mag-Res TMR stick technology. This combines the low power consumption of traditional potentiometers and the longevity and stability of Hall Effect sticks.

The result is faster response times, as well as consistent in-game control. This is further supported by a 1000Hz polling rate when connected to PC or 2.4GHz.

In addition, the G7 Pro introduces four customizable macro buttons: two mini bumpers and two lockable back buttons. This gives gamers a flexible configuration. A built-in gyroscope (for PC only) also enables intuitive motion input mapping.

Furthermore, the optical micro switch ABXY buttons and mechanical micro D-pad ensure crisp, esports-level feedback. The four independent rumble motors (one in each grip and trigger) deliver immersive, localized haptic feedback.

Accessories include:

  • 3m Type-C cable
  • 2.4GHz wireless dongle
  • cable retainer
  • two extra D-pads
  • smart charging station
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Sony expands CFexpress Type A lineup with 2 new storage capacities

High-speed 240GB and 480GB variants coming to Singapore in October

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Sony has expanded its high-speed CFexpress Type A memory cards lineup to suit the needs of various consumers.

Sony has added two new capacities for the CFexpress 4 compatible memory cards: the CEA-G240T (240GB) and CEA-G480T (480GB).

These will join the CEA-G960T (960GB) and CEA-G1920T (1920GB). The two newer offerings will be available for purchase in Singapore starting October 2025.

The new memory cards achieve a high read speed exceeding 1,800 MB/s, along with a write speed of 1,700 MB/s.

They are also more bend-resistant than regular CF cards, and tout IP57 dust and water resistance.

Moreover, these more budget-friendly options are compatible with a wide range of Cinema Line and mirrorless Alpha cameras.

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Models these cards are compatible with include:

  • ILCE-7M4
  • ILCE-7SM3
  • ILCE-7RM5
  • ILCE-1
  • ILCE-1M2
  • ILCE-9M3
  • FX6
  • FX3
  • FX30
  • FX2
  • FR7
  • PXW-Z200

Together with the recently released 960GB and 1920GB models, the 240GB and 480GB cards give users powerful, high-speed options to address their unique use case.

Such storage capacities can accommodate a wider range of scenarios and consumers’ spending power as well.

There is no official pricing yet, but for reference, other cards retail for the following prices:

  • 80GB: SG$ 290
  • 160GB: SG$ 550
  • 960GB: SG$ 700
  • 1920GB: SG$ 1,200

It’s safe to say that the upcoming 240GB and 480GB variants should have price tags lower than the 960GB capacity.

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CASETiFY announces improved products, new Glaze Case for iPhone 17 series

CASETiFY’s popular offerings reimagined and refined

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As expected, CASETiFY has unveiled its latest cases and accessories for the new iPhone 17 series, as well as the iPhone Air.

Included are the Impact Case, Bounce Case, and Impact Clear Case. A new addition is the Glaze Case, designed for the iPhone 17 series.

CASETiFY didn’t only release new products, but also rolled them out with reimagined and revised looks after customer feedback.

In addition, a full assortment of straps, charms, cases, and other MagSafe-compatible accessories also debut for the Apple Watch Series 11, AirPods Pro 3, and iPhone 17 series customization.

New fashion-forward Glaze Case

The new Glaze Case is designed for the trendsetter, with 50 new color options. CASETiFY has a curated lineup of thematic prints, offering customers more than 300 mix and match possibilities.

There are plenty of aesthetic styles to choose from, like the floral and sweet charm of bowcore to the futuristic sheen of chrome, as well as the whimsical flair of animal and food motifs.

A bold fusion of style and protection, it has 1x Military Grade Standard and 4.9ft drop protection. It is scratch-resistant, keeping designs locked within a glossy backplate.

With an anti-peel technology and new inner printing method, the new collection ensures users can enjoy long-lasting color, no matter the lifestyle.

Improved cases

Meanwhile, the Impact Case has been improved with Duo-Lock by CASETiFY bonding. This means no more lifted edges and a decrease in wear and tear over time.

The Impact Case features an EcoShock design, 4x Military Grade Standard, and an 8.2ft drop protection.

Furthermore, the Impact Clear Case features a UV Defender material to resist yellowing from sun exposure and everyday stains. It has 3x Military Grade Standard and 6.6ft drop protection.

Lastly, the go-to Bounce Case has been refined for the iPhone 17 series. It has multi-functional Expanded Bounce Corners and the brand’s proprietary TesseLock design.

The new Bounce Case can survive 21.3ft drops and has an improved 7x Military Grade Standard. An integrated Duo-Lock bonding also ensures secure fit and compatibility with straps, carabiners, and keychains.

New core models

Joining the aforementioned models are additional core models, the Mirror Case (4.9ft drop protection) with a reflective back and the MagSafe-compatible Ripple Case (6.6ft) that is made of soft-touch premium silicone with a unique silicone texture.

To further complement the case lineup, consumers can choose from a suite of new MagSafe-compatible Snappy accessories.

There’s a BioVeg Wallet, Snappy Cardholders, and a range of Grip Stands. Each is available in hundreds of prints and supports customization.

New straps and charms also include Fidlock Utility Straps and Rope Crossbody Straps in expanded colorways and textures.

Price

CASETiFY’s latest phone cases range from US$ 55 to US$ 100. The accessories, on the other hand, start at US$ 20.

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